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The SH-AWD torque distribution
monitor on the multi-inf ormation
display shows you the amount of
torque being sent to the wheels.
Each wheel right f ront (RF), lef t
front(LF),rightrear(RR),andleft
rear (LR) has its own torque
indicator. Each torque indicator is displayed as
a bar graph divided into 5 segments.
The number of segments represents
the amount of torque distributed to
each wheel.
When there is only a slight change in
torque distribution while driving,
such as cruising on level roads at the
same speed, the torque distribution
monitor may stop displaying the
amount of torque. This is not a
system problem. The monitor will
show the amount if the system
senses any change in torque
distribution.
While the SH-AWD system helps to
enhance the vehicle’s driving
stability in all situations, it is still
your responsibility to drive and
corner at reasonable speeds and to
leave a sufficient margin of safety.
The super handling-all wheel drive
(SH-AWD) system is a f ull time all-
wheel-drive system that
automatically controls and transfers
varying amounts of engine torque to
all wheels independently, according
to the driving conditions.
If equipped
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SH-AWD T orque Distribution
Monitor
Super Handling-A ll Wheel Drive (SH-A WD)System
Driving
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TORQUE INDICATOR TORQUE INDICATOR
U.S. model is shown.
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If the ABS indicator and the brake
system indicator come on together,
and the parking brake is f ully
released, the EBD system may also
be shut down.
Test your brakes as instructed on
page . If the brakes f eel normal,
drive slowly and have your vehicle
repaired by your dealer as soon as
possible. Avoid sudden hard braking
which could cause the rear wheels to
lock up and possibly lead to a loss of
control.
The VSA indicator will come on
alongwiththeABSindicator.such as trying to take a
corner too f ast or making a sudden
lane change. Always drive at a safe
speed f or the road and weather
conditions.
Always steer moderately
when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road. on loose or
uneven surf aces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock.
It only helps with the
steering control during braking.
597 Important Saf ety Reminders
A BS will not prevent a skid that
results f rom changing direction
abruptly,
A BS cannot prevent a loss of
stability. A vehicle with A BS may require a
longer distance to stop
A BS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the
vehicle.
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Pressing either INFO button ( / )
switches the display f rom the
message to another display. Once
you switch the display, this message
will go of f .
Along with the message, the system
message indicator comes on (see
page ).
When the remaining engine oil lif e is
15 to 6 percent, the multi-inf ormation
display shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUE
SOON’’ message along with the
maintenance item code(s) indicating
themainandsubitemsrequiredat
thetimeof theoilchange.Referto
page f or a complete list of the
maintenance main items and sub
items.
The remaining engine oil lif e is
shown on the multi-inf ormation
display according to this table:
The message appears on the multi-
inf ormation display each time you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.Models equipped with the
keyless access system have an
engine start/stop button instead
of an ignition switch. ON Mode
is the equivalent of ON (II). For
more inf ormation, see pagesand .
544 72
: 178180
Calculated Engine Oil Lif e (%)
100 % 91 % 90 % 81 %
80 % 71 %
70 % 61 %
60 % 51 %
50 % 41 %
40 % 31 %
30 % 21 %
20 % 16 %
15 % 11 %10 % 6 % 5% 1% 0% Displayed
Engine Oil Lif e (%) 100 %90 %
80 %
70 %
60 %
50 %
40 %
30 %
20 %
15 %
10 %5%
0%
Maintenance Minder
536
MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM CODE (S)
MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM CODE
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Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk, readjustment may be required.
Adjustmentsshouldbedonebyyour
dealer or another qualif ied
technician.Your vehicle has halogen high beam
headlight bulbs which are also used
f or the daytime running light.
Handle it by its base and protect the
glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass,
clean it with denatured alcohol and a
clean cloth.
Open the hood.
Remove all engine compartment
covers (see page ). If youarereplacingthebulbon
the driver’s side, remove the three
holding clips with a f lat-tipped
screwdriver. Then remove the
upper part of the air intake duct by
pulling it straight up.
The low beam headlight bulbs are a
type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the
circuit even with the light switch of f
and the key removed (or the vehicle
is in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) mode
on models with keyless access
system). Because of this, you should
not attempt to examine or change a
low beam headlight bulb yourself . If
a low beam headlight bulb fails, take
the vehicle to your dealer to have it
replaced.
1.
2.
546
Headlight A iming
L ow Beam Headlight Bulb
Replacement
Replacing a High Beam
Headlight/Daytime Running
Light Bulb
Lights
556
HOLDING CLIP
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil,
perspiration, or a scratch on the glass
can cause the bulb to overheat and
shatter.
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Economy, Fuel .492
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Carrying, Cargo .497
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CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
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Ceiling Light .209
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Certif ication Label .612
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Chains, tires .575
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .548
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When to .535
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Changing a Flat Tire .583
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Charging System Indicator .65,595
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving .502
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Childproof Door Locks .147
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Child Saf ety .37
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Booster Seats .54
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Child Seats .45
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Inf ants .42
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Large Children .53
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LATCH .47
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Risks with Airbags .38
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Small Children .43
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Tethers .51
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Where Should a Child Sit? .38
Cleaning ...................................
Seat Belts .564
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Client Service Inf ormation .630
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Climate Control System .214 ..............................................
Clock .377
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CO in the Exhaust .57,624
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Compact Spare tire .582
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Compass .382
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Console Compartment .205
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Consumer Inf ormation .630
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Controls, Instruments and .61
Coolant
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Adding .550
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Checking .491
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Proper Solution .550
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Temperature Gauge .76
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .623
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Cruise Control Indicator .72
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Cruise Control Operation .386
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Cup Holders .203
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Customer Relations Of f ice .630
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DANGER, Explanation of .iii
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Dashboard .3,62
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Daytime Running Lights .136
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Daytime Running Light Indicator .72
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .632 ..............
Def ogger, Rear Window .139
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Def rosting the Windows .219
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Dimensions .614
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Dimming the Headlights .133
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission .553
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Engine Oil .490
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Directional Signals .133
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators .520
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Disc Changer .240
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Disc Changer Error Messages .250
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Disposal of Used Oil .550
Doors ........
Door Lock Sensor Button .170
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Monitor Indicator .11,88
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Power Door Locks .146
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .617
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Driver and Passenger Safety .5
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Driving .501
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Economy .492
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .164
Index
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Unexpected, Taking Care..........................................
of the .581
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading .617
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Unleaded Gasoline .486
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of .550
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Temperature, Inside Sensor .222
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Tether Anchorage Points .51
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Three Way Catalytic Converter .625
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Tilt the Steering Wheel .140
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Time, Setting the .377
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Tire Chains .575
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Tire, How to Change a Flat .583
Tire Pressure Monitoring
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System .526
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ...........................
Indicator .69,526
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TPMS System Failure .529
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................
Messages .527
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Tires .568
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Air Pressure .568
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Checking Wear .571
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Compact Spare .582
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .617
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Inf lation .568
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Inspection .571
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Replacing .574
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Rotating .573
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Snow .575
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Specif ications .616
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Summer Tire .575.......................
Traction Devices .575
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Winter Driving .575
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Tools, Tire Changing .583
Torque Distribution Monitor
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(SH-AWD
) .517
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .531
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Emergency Wrecker .606
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Traction Devices .575
Transmission Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .553
.
Checking Fluid Level Manual .555
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Fluid Selection .554,555
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Identif ication Number .612
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Shif ting the Automatic .508
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Treadwear .617
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Trip Computer .82
.......................................
Trip Meter .81
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Trunk .148
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Emergency Trunk Release .150
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Opening the .148
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Open Monitor Light .11,88
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Turn Signals .133.................
Vehicle Capacity Load .498
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Vehicle Dimensions .614
VEHICLE OFF Mode ...........................
(Power Mode) .178
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Vehicle Identif ication Number .612
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
),
aka Electronic Stability ....
Control (ESC), System .523
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VSA System Indicator .68,523
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VSA Activation Indicator .68,523
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VSA Of f Switch .524
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Vehicle Storage .578
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VIN .612
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Viscosity, Oil .548
Index
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T his owner’s manual should be considered
a permanent part of the vehicle and should
remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
T he inf ormation and specif ications included
in this publication were in ef f ect at the time
of approval f or printing. Honda Motor Co.,
Ltd. reserves the right, however, to
discontinue or change specif ications or
design at any time without notice and
without incurring any obligation whatsoever.
T his Owner’s Manual covers all models of
theAcuraTL.Youmayfinddescriptionsof
equipment and f eatures that are not on your
particular model.
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